Wilton, Town of

Key discussions included the status of the Raymond Ambler house, requiring direct advocacy to the Board of Selectmen (BOS) for needed repairs to be included in the upcoming bonding period. The Commission also addressed the Town Hall and St. Mathews Episcopal Church properties, finding no new information. A motion was unanimously approved to apply for State grants for a conditions assessment and feasibility study for the Gilbert & Bennett School property, aimed at promoting adaptive reuse. A member of the public expressed support for the preservation efforts concerning the G&B school.

Key discussions included public comments regarding support for the immigrant population and proper utilization of town properties. The Board tabled the approval of the January 20, 2026, minutes after discussion of edits. A motion was unanimously carried to approve the purchase order for an emergency salt delivery of 300 tons due to supply chain issues with the primary vendor. Rules and procedures for the sale of town property were reviewed by Town Counsel, noting mandatory public hearings. The CFO provided updates on the Grand List filing, collections, and timely issuance of tax forms. Discussions on the FY2027 Proposed Department Budgets included presentations from the Wilton Library Association, Information Technology, Planning & Land Use, Police, and Public Works departments. The Board approved an increase to the purchase order for IT equipment for the Police Station server room and authorized a one-year service agreement with Kleen-Tech for custodial services at the Police Station. An agreement was approved for Middlebrook School flooring renovations. Finally, the Board approved a Lease Agreement with CT DOT for excess land to allow for a trail system extension. The Board also announced the revival and enhancement of a facilities/real estate management position under Public Works, which will lead to putting the Town Administrator search on hold.

The meeting involved several referrals for Planning & Zoning and Inland Wetlands. For Planning & Zoning, discussions included modifications for ASML US, LLC, including an emergency access drive, and a proposed 4-lot subdivision at 166 Nod Hill Road, where Commissioners emphasized tree preservation and erosion control measures. For Inland Wetlands, discussions covered corrective action for unauthorized grading at 144 Cheese Spring Road, a proposed consolidation and redevelopment for a new senior living facility at Belden Hill Road, and plans for an emergency access driveway at ASML's property. New Business included scheduling the Arbor Day Event for April 24, 2026. Ongoing business included tabling Park Walks due to snow cover.

The meeting consisted of a site walk to review two related agenda items concerning ASML US, LLC. The first item involved modifications to the property at 39 Arrowhead Road, specifically the addition of an emergency access drive from Arrowhead Road to the ASML property at 77 Danbury Road (SP#538). The second item focused on the proposed emergency access driveway at 77 Danbury Road (WET#26-5(S)). No comments or motions were made during the site walk.

Key discussions included correspondence regarding a potential group trip to Yankee Stadium for summer camp participants, which the Director agreed to explore further. Action items involved reviewing the proposed operating budget, noting that personnel costs and revenue figures were pending clarification from Town Hall. Capital planning focused on several priorities: the dog park remains a capital item for location review; the Commission recommended including four new pickleball courts with lighting infrastructure in bonded capital requests at an estimated cost of $300,000; and repairs for Memorial Stadium sidewalk and drainage were recommended for the operating capital budget at approximately $160,000. Updates were provided on the Guy Witten Field project, which is targeting an early March completion, and the Merwin Meadows update, which is awaiting funding decisions before proceeding with construction RFP preparation. Staff reports covered ongoing program planning and website issues.